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By Mike McCann - Nebraska Land Broker, Nebraska Farm Land For Sale 308-627-3700

(Mike McCann - Broker, Based in Kearney & Serving Rural Nebraska)

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I saw an AR contest blog by Grant Schneider on what we have given up in 2015 that was not working. I thought about this a little...and looked back in the mirror on the road my career has traveled and realized that I, indeed, had given up on a few things this year!! In fact two major changes in my...
03/30/2015

What a fun time to be had by all at the Kemah Aquarium Restaurant. Not only is the food delicious the views are awesome with live fish tanks galore. This Easter weekend come and let the children’s imagination run wild while having breakfast with the very own Easter Bunny! Reservations are require...
03/31/2015

Glancing at something isn't always revealing, but looking close enough you might find the cause! Apparently the hardwood flooring in this dining room had been mysteriously getting soft and damaged. And nobody knew why, or investigeted why. Well, the proximity to the rear door is a clue as to wh...
03/31/2015

What I Learned This Week At ActiveRain-March 22 to March 29, 2015 I learn something new every day at ActiveRain! With this series I try to highlight one post per day that gave me that “lightbulb” moment. It could be something techie, about Real Estate, about a place or person! Or it could b...
03/29/2015

Scientific fact to Be Happier: 3 - 1 Positive Emotional Ratio (Try It) Even though each client is unique with various goals, there is always one common question. How do I create a happier life? Is it by eating better? Getting more sleep? Having positive thoughts about myself, others,....the wo...
03/30/2015

Special Thanks from a Special Buyer Recently I closed a deal in which I represented a Buyer from out-of-State. This is not just another Buyer but rather someone I really admire and hope to forge a long-lasting friendship with. This is nothing new for Realtors, certainly nothing new for me but wh...
03/31/2015

Well I'll be! I have seen pictures of stuff like this, never thought I'd see it though. A couple days ago I inspected a house right at the base of the Sandia Mountains. When I was on the roof, I got a great view looking either way! Anyway, back on task Mr Inspector... This house was built in the ...
03/26/2015

When was the last time you re-evaluated and re-adjusted your business direction? I'm constantly in the mode of reviewing what is working and what is not. For example, when I started my business 6 years ago I asked myself what could I do that could bring in some additional money to help out the...
03/31/2015

My son is a health and fitness buff. Despite the normal conundrum that a young kid his age would bring into the household, I enjoy having him around as he is a funny and loving son. One afternoon, in a spur of the moment decision, we found ourselves beating the humdrum by hopping into his Honda S...
03/30/2015

Yesterday I was absolutely shocked. I've been calling refinance leads for quite a while now, and had a wonderful conversation with someone local about 2 months ago. It wasn't the right timing, but we decided to reconnect at a later point. I got a call yesterday from this refinance prospect and ...
03/31/2015

When a wild animal gets caught in a trap . . . he’ll panic and struggle so vigorously that the cause of death is exhaustion . . . or he’ll leave a body part in the trap and subsequently bleed to death. Morbid but true. In a soccer match, the easiest way to get the ball from an opponent is to appl...
03/28/2015

ASK AN AMBASSADOR: Reading The Tea Leaves, Why Local News & Market Reports Matter! Housing markets are volatile. Up, down, left, right, sprinkle in a new construction development or some local economic news and the direction can shift quickly. The home that had no competition is now up against...
03/24/2015

When we look around where we are currently staying, we are always wishing to be able to move in a great place with breathtaking outdoor views and local quality cuisine. Some of these places can be found in Arizona and this is a great place to raise a family, but how can anyone do that if they ha...
03/31/2015

Easter is next month and the upcoming egg hunts have children donning their best attire! Kris Neese has been around AR for quite some time now and has proposed a challenge to all Rainers: Can you get more clicks on your Easter Egg Hunt post than he can? Kris's post: http://activerain.trulia.com...
03/17/2015

Hi every one!I know you are all very busy, but if you have a moment, can you please help me out? I recently revived an old Facebook Business Page of mine, Waukesha County, WI Real Estate - Kristin Johnston. Can you stop by and Like the page? I would really appreciate it! And, I would be hap...
03/30/2015

One of the most complimentary moments and actions on ActiveRain is when another member subscribes to your blog. Subscribing to another member’s blog is a token of appreciation for that member’s thoughts. It’s a method of showing gratitude for that agent’s information that’s being shared. Shari...
03/30/2015

Saturday Subscriber Finds 97 Today is Saturday Subscriber Find Time and I hope to introduce you to a few that you don't know yet but will know from here on out. With spring blooming in various parts of the country it means people are out stirring more and getting to know their neighbors. Let's ge...
03/28/2015

People can sometimes get caught up with financial issues by tending to apply for unnecessary loans, max-out credit cards or borrow emergency money from lending firms. Due to unexpected expenses, individuals will sometimes have to delay payments or worse, they will default on their debts. Doing so...
03/31/2015

English style country house in lovely South Cowichan...private lake...sunny rural gem. Live graciously...an easy commute to Victoria. Here is your dream property, awaiting your discovery and enjoyment! A thoughtful custom designed and built home, with homage to the allure of the classic MacLure ...
03/31/2015

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